Two US lawmakers stepped down amid ongoing misconduct allegations. The turmoil saw a Democrat and a Republican resign, deepening political unrest in the House of Representatives.

Two US lawmakers stepped down on Monday and two others faced possible expulsion amid scandals roiling Congress. Democrat Eric Swalwell resigned after misconduct allegations, while Republican Tony Gonzales said he would retire following pressure over an affair with a former aide, deepening turmoil in the House of Representatives.